Ms05795 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms05795 Lake Dam in Lafayette, Mississippi, is a private dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 28 feet and a storage capacity of 151 acre-feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes. It is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core, and has an uncontrolled spillway. The dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined, with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Although the dam's condition assessment is not rated, it is subject to state inspection, enforcement, and permitting. Located within the Vicksburg District, the dam is owned privately and has no associated federal agency involvement. With a surface area of 8 acres and a normal storage capacity of 103 acre-feet, the dam plays a significant role in local water resource management and recreation activities in the area.
While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently not available. Despite these uncertainties, the dam remains a crucial structure in the region for maintaining water resources, providing recreational opportunities, and addressing potential flood risks. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Ms05795 Lake Dam to be a notable site for further study and monitoring in the context of sustainable water management and dam safety.
Dam Height |
28 |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
151 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
152cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
66cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
35cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
122cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Ms05795 Lake Dam